Drivers heading in and out of the city are frequently held up by roadworks, temporary traffic lights, break downs and high vehicle numbers.

Many of our readers shared their views on why traffic has grown so problematic in recent weeks which we put to a vote.

At the time of writing, a third of those who responded believe that the way traffic is managed by local authorities is where most of the blame should be laid.

This far outstripped other areas where people felt improvements could be made.

Cambridge traffic can be a nightmare for motorists (Image: disqis)

A total of 13 per cent of readers felt the cost of public transport around Cambridge is too high, while a similar number said there were simply too many cars travelling through the city in general.

Poll results

35% The cost of public transport

17% the school run

15% Over population

14% Too many cars in general

13% The cost of public transport

4% Lack of innovative solutions

2% Daylight savings

Fifteen per cent of people believed that over population has contributed to the traffic headaches in the city.

A further 17 per cent of poll responders argued that 'the school run' was a key factor in growing travel issues.

Only two per cent blamed daylight saving times and just four per cent said there was a lack of innovative transport solutions being looked at for Cambridge.

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